2018 Volkswagen Golf R recalls

4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Updated Nov 5, 2026.

This list covers the model year as a whole. Not every vehicle is affected by every recall; only the official NHTSA VIN lookup or a dealer can confirm yours.

All recalls

21V321000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Unknown OR Other recallThese internal-use vehicles were sold without confirmation that they were built to all applicable regulatory requirements and may…OtherRefund / repurchase46unitsMay 202120V561000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Unknown OR Other recallThese internal use vehicles were sold without confirmation that they were built to all applicable regulatory requirements and may…OtherRefund / repurchase23unitsSep 202018V864000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Fuel System, Gasoline recallThe fuel hose quick connector may detach from the fuel supply line in the engine bay, resulting in a fuel leak.Fuel systemFree repair516unitsDec 201818V803000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Seats recallThe rear seat frame head restraint guide sleeves may be incorrectly welded to the seat frame.Seats & beltsFree repair169unitsNov 2018